April weather forecast
Durango, CO

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A railway passing through the high rocks and cliffs of San Juan Mountains, with an old steam engine train from Durango, Colorado to Silverton
A railway passing through the high rocks and cliffs of San Juan Mountains, with an old steam engine train from Durango, Colorado to Silverton

Weather in April

April brings a definitive change in Durango's weather scenario with the city bidding adieu to its last remnants of snowfall. Experiencing a considerable rise in temperature, the city sees a mild 50.2°F (10.1°C) as its highest. Rainfall is sporadic, however, it adds to the freshness of the month. As the city steps into full spring mode, colors start to pop and trees begin to bloom, making it a delight for nature enthusiasts to explore the city.

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during April adjusts from March's cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). Durango registers a substantial downturn from daytime peaks throughout April nights, with an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 56%.

Rainfall

In Durango, in April, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Durango, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.4 days and collects up to 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In April, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout April, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated. In Durango, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.1 days and aggregates up to 74.06" (1881mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Durango, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:00 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Durango is 10.6h.

UV index

In Durango, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during April translates into the following directions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Durango, is 50.2°F (10.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Durango, the average relative humidity in April is 56%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Durango, in April, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In Durango, during April, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Durango have in April?

In Durango, the average day length in April is 13h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:00 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 10.6h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Durango, CO

Average temperature in April - Durango, CO
  • Average high temperature in April: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Durango, CO

Average pressure in April - Durango, CO
  • Average pressure in April: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Durango, CO

Average wind speed in April - Durango, CO
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Durango, CO

Average humidity in April - Durango, CO
  • Average humidity in April: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

Average rainfall in April
Durango, CO

Average rainfall in April - Durango, CO
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.94").

Average rainfall days in April
Durango, CO

Average rainfall days in April - Durango, CO
  • Average rainfall days in April: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Durango, CO

Average snowfall in April - Durango, CO
  • Average snowfall in April: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Durango, CO

Average snowfall days in April - Durango, CO
  • Average snowfall days in April: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Durango, CO

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Durango, CO
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Durango, CO

Average sunshine days in April - Durango, CO
  • Average sunshine days in April: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Durango, CO

Average UV index in April - Durango, CO
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Durango, CO

Average cloud cover in April - Durango, CO
  • Average cloud cover in April: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in April
Durango, CO

Average visibility in April - Durango, CO
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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